Jabal es Saaïdé
Mountain Mountain near Baalbek-Hermel, eastern Lebanon
How to Get to Jabal es Saaïdé #
Reachable by regional roads from nearby towns in the Baalbek-Hermel area; local maps and guides are recommended for navigating mountain tracks and rural approaches.
Tips for Visiting Jabal es Saaïdé #
- Early morning offers the clearest views and gentler light for photography.
- Ask local guides about seasonal shepherding patterns; the landscape is still used for grazing.
- Be prepared for steep terrain if planning longer treks; appropriate footwear and provisions are essential.
Best Time to Visit Jabal es Saaïdé #
Spring and autumn are the most appealing seasons for walking and sightseeing; summer can be hot and winter can be wet and colder.
Weather & Climate near Jabal es Saaïdé #
Jabal es Saaïdé's climate is classified as Hot-Summer Mediterranean - Hot-Summer Mediterranean climate with warm summers (peaking in August) and cold winters (coldest in January). Temperatures range from 0°C to 33°C. Moderate rainfall (807 mm/year) with a pronounced dry season.
January
January is the coolest month with highs of 11°C and lows of 0°C. The wettest month with heavy rain (182 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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February
February is cold with highs of 12°C and lows of 1°C. Significant rainfall (145 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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March
March is cold with highs of 15°C and lows of 3°C. Significant rainfall (124 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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April
April is cool with highs of 21°C and lows of 7°C. Moderate rainfall (59 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
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May
May is mild with highs of 26°C and lows of 11°C. Light rainfall.
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June
June is mild with highs of 31°C and lows of 14°C. Almost no rain and clear sunny skies.
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July
July is warm with highs of 33°C and lows of 16°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and clear sunny skies.
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August
August is the warmest month with highs of 33°C and lows of 16°C. The driest month with just 0 mm and clear sunny skies.
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September
September is mild with highs of 30°C and lows of 14°C. Almost no rain and clear sunny skies.
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October
October is cool with highs of 25°C and lows of 10°C. Moderate rainfall (32 mm) and mostly sunny skies.
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November
November is cool with highs of 18°C and lows of 5°C. Regular rainfall (85 mm).
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December
December is cold with highs of 13°C and lows of 2°C. Significant rainfall (149 mm) and partly cloudy skies.
